Tianyu Ren’s Day

01 This was taken in Kew Garden. I thought the branches of this tree looked like they had been carefully styled and were ready to go to a party. The whole tree had a fashionable feel to it. 02 This photo doesn’t have any special story behind it. I just felt that this tree was very unique and interesting, so I took a picture of it. It had a sort of fluffy, artificial feel to it, like it had been intentionally trimmed. 03 This photo was also taken in Kew.It’s a strange-looking tree that seems to have dressed up very nicely, but it’s also crooked and hasn’t been protected or corrected in any way. It has a natural beauty that feels a bit artificial. 04 This is the most handsome pigeon we saw in Barbican when we were observing many pigeons courting each other. It was wearing a very elegant black and white dress. Unfortunately, it did not succeed in courting until we left. 05 This was taken in France. I was resting by the pond and saw these two ducks standing in a funny position. It was even more fitting when I saw their position in relation to the sculpture. 06 When I first came to London, I noticed that there were spikes on top of every camera, and I thought it was quite strange. I started to speculate on the reason for this. Finally, after discussing with my roommate, we figured that it might be to prevent horses and pigeons from perching and pooping on top of them. 07-12 This was seen during a night walk event in East London, and it felt very interesting. This plain and ordinary lamp suddenly became very vibrant and full of life.

Q1: After reading your sharing, do you feel more attracted to natural things that showcase vitality? What is your point of entry?

A: I do feel more relaxed and amused by coincidences.

Q2: After reviewing the photos you shared, did you discover anything different from when you took them?

A: Actually, I did not discover anything different, but it did bring back memories of the scene and my thoughts when I took them.

Q3: Do you think that some of the records are related to your own experiences, and things you have never seen before will be more attractive to your attention? For example, seagulls on sculptures, which I have seen many times in Scotland but cannot see in China.

A: Perhaps a little, but I think the interesting thing about it is that its position is very subtle. Like the one I wrote about in my previous document, its position and the dynamics of the sculpture combine to make it very interesting.

Q4: What significance do these photos being recorded have for you?

A: To preserve memories of the present? I haven't really thought about it having any significance.

Q5: In terms of feeling the present, do you have any unique perceptions of the surroundings you are currently in?

A: Um, I don’t understand. Are you asking me how I feel about London? I think the pace of life in London is quite slow and relaxing (maybe because I'm not working and earning money, haha).